Delighted that our first public event of 2018 will a new event for us, sharing the stage with the fabulous Swing Commanders. As part of a regular series of Swinging Balls at Prestwich hosted by the Swing Commanders we are looking forward to making our debut. Sounds like a fabulous night, 2 bands playing swing in two very different but complimentary styles.Venue is:Longfield Suite, Prestwich, Manchester M25 1AY.Further details HERE

Stockport Plaza - Winter Cafe - 8th December 2017

Following our debut last year, we are delighted to be bringing back the Debonaires 5 piece 'Cabaret' band once more to the Plaza to play for diners. We had a lovely evening last year with a great atmosphere.It was sold out except for one ticket last year so get a wriggle on if you would like tickets !

www.stockportplaza.co.uk

Stafford Jazz Society - Sunday 29th October 2017

Having made our debut at Stafford Jazz Society back in April we are very pleased to have been invited back this Autumn. A lovely venue and a lovely bunch of jazz club members, why not join us all for a nice relaxing Sunday lunch time for some hot orchestrated vintage jazz music. Venue is the White Eagle Club Stafford (12:30 till 14:30hrs). Host Nick Balmforth will give Debonaires fans his usual warm welcome. Don't miss this opportunity to hear Max Debon & the Debonaires in concert. We will be playing your favourites and slipping in some new material.

Duxford Battle of Britain Air Show - 23rd/24th September 2017

Very excited to have been invited to perform at the Imperial War Museum Duxford Battle of Britain Air Show this year. The Debonaires will be performing between 9:00 & 13:00hrs each morning before the show starts. Apparently 15,000 visitors per day are expected and I understand why. The line up of aircraft is amazing and some categories of tickets are already sold out.Tickets in advance only. Website is HEREWe will be doing our best to get that Battle of Britain feeling going with the great swinging hits of the 30's & 40's. Come and join us !

Phoenix Jazz Club - 23rd August 2017 - Stoke on Trent

Delighted once again to be invited back to 'Pedro's' Club for our 5th appearance and one of our comparatively rare public appearances. Such a welcoming and 'discerning' clientele, we are looking forward to it very much.This year we have a special treat for Tommy Dorsey fans !The Pheonix Jazz Club is hosted at the Longton Rugby Club, Phoenix Suite, Stoke-on-Trent. 19:00 hrs See you there!www.phoenixsuite.co.uk

She's done it again !Lady Absinthe is once again hosting this superlative event at the Buxton Pavilion Arts Theatre. The Debs will be providing a 5 piece cabaret style band for the event which will feature many national and internationally renown artistes to entertain you while you dine lavishly.Full details on Buxton Opera House website HERE

Very pleased to be part of this fantastic event this year, the Debonaires will be providing some top vintage sounds and to get everyone dancing we will have Trina from the Backstep Boogie Club showing us the moves.The Vintage Sports-Car Club, under its new guise Formula Vintage, makes its annual visit to Oulton Park for the club's second round of the season. This event is always one of the venue's most eagerly-awaited of the season.Further information about the day can be found here . This event will feature plenty of off-track attractions too, including period car displays, themed food and drink, and shopping and of course the Debonaires to create a real garden party atmosphere.

Stafford Jazz Society - Sunday 9th April 2017

Very excited to be making our debut at Stafford Jazz Society. Venue is the White Eagle Club (12:30 till 14:30hrs). Host Nick Balmforth will give Debonaires fans his usual warm welcome. Don't miss this opportunity to hear Max Debon & the Debonaires in concert .

We are very pleased to have been invited back by the new Mayor, Councillor Philip Fitzpatrick, to perform at this prestigious event. Its a sumptuous dinner dance and fund raiser. Photo from last year !Details are on the : Council website, hope to see you there !

Stockport Plaza - Winter Cafe - 9th December 2016

Looking forward to being back at the Stockport Plaza, this time performing as a 5 piece Jazz Combo for diners. This will be a lovely evening and of course we will have the superb Miss Sarah Eastwood vocalising with us.

“ Hi MaxI just want to place on record my sincere thanks to you all for your superb performance on Saturday night at my 50th Birthday Party.

We all thoroughly enjoyed the music and didn't want it to end. The dance floor was full throughout the night and with dancers of all ages. - a real tribute to your artistry.

Many of us woke up on Sunday morning quite bleary eyed but with so many of your wonderful tunes going around in our heads. You have created many many happy memories.

I will not hesitate to recommend you to other people.

Please convey my appreciation to the other band members.

With sincere thanks and good wishes. Gary ”

Garry Poole

“ Thanks you for providing excellent music and I look forward to doing business with you again as you made my job a lot easier. ”

CM Flight Sergeant MOD Stafford

“ We would like to thank Max and The Debonaires for their fantastic music at our wedding on Saturday. They were so accommodating and even added a new song to their repertoire as I requested Gary Smiths favourite song of Bring Me Sunshine, he was over the moon when he heard it. So many of our guests were mesmerized by Max and the music, we had lots commenting on how fantastic they were and how lovely it was to have a proper band playing! Everything was perfect from the initial e-mail to the very end, I can't recommend them highly enough. Thank you so very much x ”

Claire and Gary

“ Thank you Deboniares for the most amazing night. You were just superb and made our 1940s party such fun and got everyone on the dance floor! We're trying to think of future parties just so that we can book you again! Thankyou thank you thank you! ”

Nancy and Tom

“ Hi Max, thank you for the fantastic music on our opening night. We thoroughly enjoyed it. We will be in touch soon to arrange a repeat booking. ”

Ruth Newman - Redhouse Inn

“ Thank you for sounding so amazing last night, from start to finish we loved every minute of it. Adam Borriello (groom).

You guys were amazing! Thoroughly enjoyed your sets -Couldn't stop dancing and singing! Thank you for helping to make their evening special.Cazz Prior (Bridesmaid). ”

Wedding of Izzy & Adam

“ Hi Max,

On behalf of the Civic Mayor of Tameside (Councillor Vincent Ricci) and all his guests, please accept our sincere thanks for a fantastic evening.

The event was a huge success and we are all so grateful to the Debonaires for helping to make the occasion so memorable.

Thank you once again, it was a pleasure working with you.

Best wishes. ”

JG - Tameside Mayor's Office

“ Hello Max great to hear from youI`d like nothing better than to book the Debonaires for a show next year- easily the best dance band I`ve booked EVER!! ”

DT / Middlewich Town Council

“ On behalf of the Commanding Officer of the Royal Centre for Defence Medicine, I would like to thank you so much for playing at our Battle of Britain Dining-In Night. Your contribution was greatly appreciated and I have received numerous positive comments following your performance last night. The Debonaires captured the mood of the evening perfectly; the selection of music was ideal and, on a personal note, the RAF March as the Top Table left was the icing on the cake.Please pass on my thanks to all members of The Debonaires - you all helped make the event a great success. ”

Project Officer - Battle of Britain Dining-In Night

“ Thanks Max, you did us proud. Fabulous band! ”

Lavender Ribbon Cancer Charity

“ Morning Max Just wanted to say a HUGE thank you to you and your team . Excellent , very professional, and also lovely people to work with . Your dedication and passion for your art is outstanding , and you took the evening to a different level with your music - amazing !I would love to have you back to another supper club and hope you had a wonderful night yourselves . Please pass on my thanks and appreciation again to your team , they were all excellent . Hope to speak soon , Warmest Regards Lady Absinthe x ”

Lady Absinthe / Buxton

“ I wanted to follow up on your wedding performance on the 24th November. Your band's performance was excellent and everyone had a wonderful time; I can't tell you how many people came up to me to ask where we found you and how good they said you all were. As a 'small' band you put out a 'big band sound', witness the crowded dance floor. ”

PM / Macclesfield

“ We all had a brilliant night at the Swingaroo christmas party - what a great party atmosphere - Awesome band, absolutely blew us all away at Swingaroo on Friday. Hopefully we're getting 'em back next year! ”

AD / Preston

“ Thanks again for playing at our wedding. The music was perfect for giving the drinks reception that 'vintage' feel and definitely added a touch of class! We have had so many lovely comments from guests. We really appreciated your professionalism on the day and beforehand in fitting round our ever changing plans and song preferences for the day. We will definitely be recommending the Debonaires to our friends for future events. ”

HB / Nantwich

“ We gave a great reception to the Debonaires. - as this 'small big band' reminded us of Duke, Glenn, Woody and others, and singer Sarah did the same for such as Ella, Peggy and Marilyn. Absolutely everything went with such a swing. ”

Brookdale Club / Stockport

The Debonaires are based around Manchester, Birmingham, Cheshire, Staffordshire, essentially the Midlands and North West but are happy to perform at venues nationwide.